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Four Light Heavyweight Fights to Make in 2026

With a brand new year coming up for the sport of mixed martial arts, new and interesting matchup possibilities present themselves across several of the premier organizations in the world, With a budding roster of sterling talent, the PFL has much to look forward to when their 205-lb weight class prepares to come to blows now that the promotion has shifted to a more traditional system of matchmaking. The UFC, as well, has quite a few thrilling pairings that are sure to make their debut era in their new streaming home of Paramount+ a time to remember.

From the title picture, to the grueling battleground that the other top contenders occupy, the light heavyweight division is set to partake in one of its most memorable years ever.